Cooking Calories Burned by City
Cooking burns approximately 73 calories per 30 minutes at 160 lbs. Use the core calculator for personal estimates, or open one of the curated city pages below where local climate has real search value.
About Cooking
Cooking involves standing, chopping, stirring, bending, and moving around the kitchen. While not high-intensity exercise, cooking for extended periods burns more calories than sitting and provides light physical activity. Preparing meals from scratch rather than ordering food also supports healthier eating habits, creating a double benefit for weight management. Cooking engages fine motor skills, creativity, and planning, making it a productive way to stay lightly active throughout the day.
MET value: 2 · Category: Daily Activities
Find Your City
Calorie burn varies by pace, body size, terrain, and environment. These city pages are intentionally limited to strong, crawl-worthy combinations.
For every other location, use the main Cooking calories burned calculator.